Comparison of bacterial filtration efficiency vs. particle filtration efficiency to assess the performance of non-medical face masks [PDF]
Scientific Reports, 2022 As a result of the current COVID-19 pandemic, the use of facemasks has become commonplace. The performance of medical facemasks is assessed using Bacterial Filtration Efficiency (BFE) tests. However, as BFE tests, require specific expertise and equipment
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Riboflavin based setup as an alternative method for a preliminary screening of face mask filtration efficiency [PDF]
Scientific ReportsFace masks are essential in reducing the transmission of respiratory infections and bacterial filtration efficiency, a key parameter of mask performances, requires the use of Staphylococcus aureus and specialised staff. This study aims to develop a novel
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Practical Modeling of Filter Filtration Efficiency [PDF]
Contributions to Tobacco and Nicotine Research, 1990 A simple and general mathematical model has been developed to calculate filter-filtration efficiency, which is based on practical design parameters: pressure drop, filter dimension, flow rate, and filament denier.
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Filtration Efficiency of Electret Air Filters Reinforced by Titanium Dioxide
Applied Sciences, 2020 In this study, titanium dioxide (TiO2), a mineral with a potential and supercapacitor, is used as the reinforcing material to improve the filtration efficacy of electret melt-blown fabrics.
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Bacterial Filtration Efficiency of Different Masks [PDF]
Strojniški vestnik - Journal of Mechanical Engineering, 2022 Face coverings, such as surgical masks and respirators, have an important role in preventing bacterial and viral transmission, especially during a global pandemic like COVID-19. Therefore, to secure their availability, new manufacturers and the use of novel materials must be encouraged.
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Review of the Breathability and Filtration Efficiency of Common Household Materials for Face Masks [PDF]
ACS Nano, 2021 Shailabh Kumar +2 more
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Ultra low-pressure filtration system for energy efficient microalgae filtration [PDF]
Heliyon, 2021 Microalgae-based products have gained growing interest leading to an increase in large-scale cultivation. However, the high energy associated with microalgae harvesting becomes one of the bottlenecks. This study evaluated an energy-efficient microalga harvesting via ultra-low-pressure membrane (ULPM) filtration (
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Effect of structure parameters of catalyst substrate on the performance of diesel particulate filter [PDF]
ITM Web of Conferences, 2022 The filtration efficiencies of the particulate matter and the particulate number in DPF, the no-load pressure drop of DPF, and the load pressure drop of DPF were selected as key performance parameters of DPF.
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Impact of Conditioning Substances and Filtration Pressure on Dewatering Efficiency of Sewage Sludge
Energies, 2021 Sludge dewatering is a key element in sludge’s processing and management. Solid-phase separation, sludge volume reduction and the separation of a high-quality supernatant are the main tasks of the dewatering devices.
Tomasz Kamizela, Mariusz Kowalczyk
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Applied Sciences, 2022 During the COVID-19 pandemic, reusable masks became ubiquitous; these masks were made from various fabrics without guidance from the research community or regulating agencies. Though reusable masks reduce the waste stream associated with disposable masks
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